August 2018

Aug 14, 2018

Think Pink

An NC State University-bred twist on a classic native garden shrub has been a hit with consumers – and for breast cancer research. 

Aug 13, 2018

Birgand’s Stream Restoration Research Gets Boost from NC State Seed Grant

For his work on wetland and stream restoration, François Birgand, NC State associate professor of biological and agricultural engineering, won an Internationalization Seed Grant from the NC State Office of Global Engagement and the Committee on International Programs. 

Aug 10, 2018

10 of the Most Diabolical Crop Pests in North Carolina

Arthropod pests (both insects and mites) rob North Carolina farmers every year by eating into their crop yields. No matter what a grower does, it seems like there is always a destructive pest waiting in the wings. We’ve curated a list of 10 of the most vexing pests that prey on agriculture in North Carolina. 

Aug 8, 2018

Student Spotlight: “I Want to Be Part of the Solution”

CALS senior and Agricultural Institute grad Luke Stancil believes that every child deserves a quality education. That’s why he donated $500 in books to his second-grade teacher. And from that single gift, he has created the JOCO Reads Foundation. 

Aug 7, 2018

CALS Students Named FFAR Fellows

The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research today announced 17 inaugural fellows -- including three CALS grad students -- for a Graduate Training Program in Food and Agriculture Science. 

Aug 7, 2018

The Beer Episode

In this episode of Audio Abstract, we talk beer brewing with John Sheppard, director of the NC State brewery (yes, we have a brewery here). Sheppard discusses exotic yeast species, sour beer, and shares his thoughts on craft brewing in North Carolina. 

Aug 6, 2018

Bosnia and Herzegovina: From a Short-Term Training Program to Long-Term Collaborations

Over the past few months, an exciting and unexpected collaboration has blossomed between CALS faculty members and the dairy industry of Bosnia and Herzegovina. 

Aug 3, 2018

Call for Support – Help Send a Kid to 4-H Camp

Join the North Carolina 4-H Camping program for a night of fun, food and bluegrass at the second annual Pickin' in the Pines bluegrass and BBQ benefit concert in Ellerbe, North Carolina. 

Aug 3, 2018

7 Fascinating NC Arthropods (That You’ve Never Heard Of)

Some insects and their relatives (called “arthropods”) are so common, large and/or showy that you can’t help but notice them. Others are generally unknown due to their small size, or are simply uncommon — and many of these can be found right outside your door. All it takes is a little adventure and, perhaps, a magnifying glass. 

Aug 3, 2018

You Decide: Should the Fed Be Raising Interest Rates?

The Federal Reserve recently hiked the interest rate. They do so in accordance with what they see happening in the economy. What are the implications of the move, and how does it play into their mission?